1 October 2019 · Head of Development Management (Stephen Butler)
61, Port E Chee Avenue, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5eu
The proposal involved constructing a raised concrete platform for one off-road parking space in the front garden of a split-level detached bungalow, including galvanised steel stairs with open risers, glass balustrade, and a bin store.
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The officer concluded the raised parking platform's design, size, and modern materials (concrete pad, galvanised steel stairs with open risers, glass balustrade) would unacceptably harm the characteri…
General Policy 2
GP2 permits development in residential zoning if it respects site/surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design (b); does not adversely affect character of townscape (c); and does not harm amenity of residents or locality character (g). The officer found the proposal failed these tests due to modern materials jarring with the bungalow's traditional features and street scene of split-level bungalows, overbearing scale on sloping site, and overlooking, referencing Residential Design Guidance on front additions and modern designs.
do not oppose the proposal on highway grounds
have no objection
Highways recommended conditional no objection with specific construction and kerb dropping requirements; Douglas Borough Council raised no objections.
Department of Infrastructure
Conditional No ObjectionThe proposals are considered acceptable form a highway aspect.; Recommendation: DNOC
Conditions requested: Prior to development commencing, a scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing detailing the parking bay and its construction. The construction of the parking bay shall not impact on the integrity of Port E Chee / the public highway in terms of its stability. The approved scheme shall be constructed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority and maintained throughout the life of the development.; Please attach a section 109 to the permission to drop the kerb to create a vehicular crossing.
Douglas Borough Council
No ObjectionDouglas Borough Council has no objections.
